2007 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
